I’ve been testing the waters of FANTASIAN Neo Dimension and it’s been quite the thrill. However, one of the key issues I saw on user reviews is the clunky controller movement. You’d expect Mistwalker Corporation to come through with a stronger port, right? Did any of you face similar issues?
Yes, but it could be overlooked once you’ve spent enough time learning the controls. They don’t really impede my speedrunning strategies. The game’s intricate design provided countless optimization options, which kept the gameplay challenging and engaging for a long while.
Despite those practical detriments, FANTASIAN Neo Dimension certainly manages to grip you on multiple levels. It’s a title that invites you to dig deeper, exploring the complex environments and narrative threads to the very end. Developer Mistwalker Corporation really invested in designing over 150 field areas with secrets to be uncovered.
Agreed, the world-building is absolutely brilliant. Though lacking in preface, the story still makes you want to reclaim your lost memories and save the world. You become invested in this skewed reality and the tension that the protagonist Leo goes through. Never really have I felt so immersed in a pursuit of something intangible.
And let’s not undermine the efforts of legendary clan Sakaguchi and Uematsu in crafting an otherworldly RPG story. Paired with intricate gameplay mechanics, the protagonists’ journey becomes a personal challenge we can’t help but engage in.
But what about the graphics? To me, they enhance the game dramatically. The blend of hand-made dioramas with CG graphics is an exceptional choice by Square Enix. The immersive diorama visuals, even with resolution issues, give a charm we’ve rarely seen these days.
Interestingly, the audio design was a bit contentious in the reviews. While some praised Uematsu’s efforts, others found the score lacking.
The varying opinions might just confirm that it’s down to personal preference. Personally, I loved the collaboration BGM which allowed players to switch battle music from the original soundtrack to various FINAL FANTASY titles.
On another note, the characters show a significant hand of the developers. We see Leo’s story unfolding, battling powerful foes, and taking our place in saving both the human and machine world. You can really see the characters grow through these challenges.
Speaking about challenges, the game manages to keep a balance. Combat difficulty, puzzle complexity, and overall balance hits the sweet spot, keeping the player engrossed yet not overly frustrated.
Its numerous collectibles and RPG elements skilfully fold into the gameplay design which significantly inflates the replay value. It’s undoubtedly one of those titles you’d feel compelled to revisit.
That’s not even mentioning the additional difficulty option and the hidden items to be found, something that’s a definite lure for a replay.
In conclusion, FANTASIAN Neo Dimension is more than just a typical RPG. With its unique plot, distinctive graphics, and engaging gameplay, it’s a standout title from Mistwalker Corporation and Square Enix.
Absolutely, it’s the kind of game that rewards both rapid playthroughs and a slower-paced, detailed exploration. For fans of RPGs this is definitely a worthy bit of your time.
And for those who enjoyed this game, I’d recommend titles like Chrono Cross or Final Fantasy series for a similar yet distinct gaming experience.
It’s refreshing to see a game that seems to touch a bit of everything gamers enjoy. Bring on more titles like this in the future!
